A large fire south of Saskatoon has destroyed multiple buildings, including a home.
“Unfortunately, just due to the size and the wind conditions, it was really hard to protect,” Saskatoon Fire Department Deputy Chief Rob Hogan told journalists on Wednesday.
The fire was approximately 800 acres in size. It started at around 4 p.m. on Tuesday between Highway 11 and west on Victor Road.
The fire was extinguished at 2 a.m., according to the fire department.
Hogan said the fire burned down a house with an attached garage, a large shop, detached garage, five vehicles, a motorhome, and three buildings.
Damage is estimated to be $3 million. There were no injuries.
(Courtesy: Saskatoon Fire Department)
Hogan said the fire started in a wheat field with a combine.
“Wheels are spinning. Things get hot, things are dry. It’s a perfect storm …